Weekend Forecast Featuring Chance For Storms & Hottest Temps Of The Year

As promised, the humid air did make a return to the mid-state yesterday. The humidity only looks to increase as we head throughout the rest of our weekend. Today's high temperatures will reach 90 degrees with some areas in Southern York and Lancaster counties reaching the mid-90s. The chances for any severe weather today is low, however there is a chance for a downpour or two later this afternoon. Once again, like yesterday I believe most of us will escape the rain and remain dry. Nonetheless, the first image I have posted is the HIRES NAM simulated radar valid for 6 PM this evening, showing the scattered downpours throughout the area. Again, not likely to hit your backyard, but just something to keep an eye on.

Time to talk about the severe HEAT that will be impacting our area. Yes, beginning Today starts the stretch of a mini 'Heat Wave' that will last through at least Tuesday. If you have been following my forecasts, you know I have been talking about it for the last few days. Now that it is here, I want to remind all of you to NOT leave young children and pets in your car even if it less than a few minutes. Also, if you have any older family members or neighbors, be sure to check on them once in awhile, as heat is known to be lethal to the elders.

With that being said, Sunday looks to be dry, but at the same time be the hottest day during this 'Heat Wave'. My next image I have posted is the GFS forecast for Sunday showing you the max temperatures. This shows Harrisburg topping off around 95 degrees and areas towards DC soaring pass 100 degrees! That is just the actual temperature!! Factoring in the heat index, I am the sure the National Weather Service will be issuing heat advisories to the area. You can easily add 10 degrees to whatever temperature is nearest to your location to get the 'real feel' temperature.

My final image will be the National Weather Service's Heat Index danger chart. During the daylight hours Sunday, Dauphin County will be under the extreme caution category and at times the dangerous category. I firmly believe some backyards will see heat index values approach 110 degrees especially areas in Adams/York/Lancaster. Pretty incredible for this area, but not unheard of. Please stay hydrated, keep a look out for others, and have a great weekend. Oh and make sure you keep it here to Dauphin County Weather for the latest and most reliable updates.

P.S. Only 45 more days until Meteorological Fall!